From Training to Placement
A structured development pathway that takes you from foundational training through real operational experience to industry placement.
Foundation
Introduction to core operations, professional standards, and workplace readiness.
Foundation
Introduction to core operations, professional standards, and workplace readiness.
Sector Rotations
Hands-on rotations across F&B, hotels, events, attractions, and wellness sectors.
Sector Rotations
Hands-on rotations across F&B, hotels, events, attractions, and wellness sectors.
Specialisation
Deep dive into your chosen sector with real operational responsibilities.
Specialisation
Deep dive into your chosen sector with real operational responsibilities.
Mentorship
Ongoing guidance from experienced industry professionals throughout the programme.
Mentorship
Ongoing guidance from experienced industry professionals throughout the programme.
Placement
Matched with industry partners based on performance, skills, and career goals.
Placement
Matched with industry partners based on performance, skills, and career goals.
Certification
Graduate with an industry-recognised certification and a professional network.
Certification
Graduate with an industry-recognised certification and a professional network.
Exposure Across a Full Industry Ecosystem
Participants gain hands-on exposure across five core sectors within the industry.
Food & Beverage
Hotel Operations
Events & MICE
Attractions & Leisure
Health & Wellness
Guidance Throughout Your Journey
Participants receive structured guidance from experienced operators and management teams throughout the programme.
Regular performance feedback
Career pathway guidance
Reference letters for strong-performing participants
Recommendations for placement within partner organisations
Ongoing industry connections and alumni network
What You Can Achieve
Real Operational Experience
Work within live operational environments from day one.
Industry-Recognised Certification
Graduate with a certification awarded in partnership with USM.
Career Readiness
Develop the skills, mindset, and confidence employers are looking for.
Employer Exposure
Work alongside real operators, brands, and management teams.
Placement Opportunities
Based on performance and fit, access placement within our partner network.
Everything You Need to Know
6–12 months (to be confirmed)
Open to school leavers, graduates, and individuals interested in building a career through real industry experience
Individuals seeking structured entry into industry through real-world learning
Explore the Course Tracks
Five career-focused tracks across F&B, retail, technical operations, and entrepreneurship — each with its own modules, career pathways, and outcomes.
Browse All CoursesHow the Cornell Process Connects
A transparent view of the platforms used from recruitment to assessment and learning.
Recruitment Site
The public platform where applicants apply and employers submit partnership interest.
Assessment Platform
Shortlisted applicants may complete online assessments to help Cornell evaluate programme suitability.
E-Learning Portal
Enrolled students access learning modules, schedules, attendance, mentoring, announcements, results, and progress tracking.
Admin & Progress Tracking
Cornell tracks application stages, assessment outcomes, sponsor matching, and OJT progress to support applicants, employers, and trainees.
Industry-Recognised Certification with Universiti Sains Malaysia
This programme is anchored by a strategic partnership with Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). Participants receive a professional certification jointly awarded by Cornell Leadership Academy and USM, aligned with national skills development standards.
Structured academic modules under the Level 4 Professional Graduate Qualification ensure both practical experience and recognised academic credentials.
Co-certified by Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Recognised Level 4 Professional Qualification
Combines academic learning with real industry experience
Enhances employability and career progression
Specialisation Tracks
Choose Your Specialisation Path
As part of the Level 4 Professional Graduate Qualification, participants specialise in one key area aligned with industry demand and career pathways.
Food & Beverage
Operations, service excellence, and F&B brand management.
Retail
Retail operations, customer engagement, and merchandising.
Business Management
Commercial strategy, operations, and organisational leadership.
Human Capital Management
Talent development, HR operations, and workforce planning.